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Pronunciation ⬇

ben-ZOE-na-tate

Classifications ⬆ ⬇

Therapeutic Classification: allergy, cold and cough remedies, antitussives (local anesthetic)

Indications ⬆ ⬇

REMS

Action ⬆ ⬇

  • Anesthetizes cough or stretch receptors in vagal nerve afferent fibers found in lungs, pleura, and respiratory passages. May also decrease transmission of the cough reflex centrally.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Reduction in cough.

Pharmacokinetics ⬆ ⬇

Absorption: Unknown.

Distribution: Unknown.

Metabolism/Excretion: Unknown.

Half-Life: Unknown.

Time/Action Profile ⬆ ⬇

(antitussive effect)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
PO15–20 minunknown3–8 hr

Contraind./Precautions ⬆ ⬇

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects ⬆ ⬇

Derm: pruritus, skin eruptions

EENT: burning sensation in eyes, nasal congestion

GI: GI upset, constipation, nausea

Neuro: dizziness, headache, sedation

Misc: chest numbness, chilly sensation, hypersensitivity reactions

Interactions ⬆ ⬇

Drug-drug:

Route/Dosage ⬆ ⬇

Availability ⬆ ⬇

(Generic available)

Assessment ⬆ ⬇

Implementation ⬆ ⬇

Patient/Family Teaching ⬆ ⬇

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes ⬆ ⬇

US Brand Names ⬆ ⬇

Tessalon Perles

Code ⬆

NDC Code